For most of us, interviews are an important aspect to gaining a job. Some people can be more creative than others in their outfit choice. It can be difficult to look professional and fashionable at the same time. Here are some essentials to help you look chic on any job interview.

A Good Tailored Suit

Whether you’re interviewing for a financial or fashion job, a good suit can take you places. A suit should be tailored to fit you. A tailored suit can make you look professional and fashionable at the same time.

Fitted Jacket, $34.95, available at H&M

Slacks, $24.95, available at H&M

Linen Blazer, $99.90, available at ZARA

Linen Trousers, $59.90, available at ZARA

24 Inch One Button Jacket, $128.00, available at Express

High Waist Seamed Pencil Skirt-Gray, $69.90, available at Express

A Professional Dress

If a suit isn’t for you, then a dress and suit jacket is the perfect combination. It is just as professional as a suit but with a more feminine twist.

Braided Jacquard Flare Dress, $69.50, available at the Loft

A Structured Bag

A bag is a great thing to carry all of your essentials for a job interview. It’s more fashionable than a standard briefcase and shows off your professional side.

Combined Shopper Bag, $59.90, available ZARA

Pebbled Faux Leather Weekender, $34.90, available at Forever 21

ASOS Structured Shopper Bag with Removable Clutch, $50.00, available at ASOS

A Classy Heel

Every professional outfit should be topped off with a classy pair of heels. A neutral color or a classy print is the way to go. They are always in style and show you’re a serious, yet stylish professional.

Gemini Suede Court Shoes, $75.00, available at Topshop

Dance Partner Black and White Snakeskin D’Orsay Heels, $39.00, available at Lulu*s

Proto, $99.95, available at Steve Madden

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